Model Train Maintenance: Lubrication

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Model Locomotive Maintenance: Lubrication
Hello - I'm Sam!
Here's my first instructional video on how to lubricate a 00 locomotive. Although there are many videos on this already, I wanted to show you my tried and tested method!

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@nigelnicholson7439 2 жыл бұрын

It was good to see inside that loco, it brought back many memories. I had my first loco bought for me in about 1957 and the motor was exactly the same pattern as the one you oiled.

@johanswanepoelswanies7483 3 жыл бұрын

So classic to watch your early vids Sam 😉

@unrealrailway1592 4 жыл бұрын

You make such helpful videos for me. I won't be annoying and be the 5 millionth person saying the channel used to be called Mr. Sam's trains,')

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

That's great to hear - haha you found me out ;) Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@raymondsprengelmeyer1278 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tips! I really like your locomotive, I have nothing so nice, but I want to take care of what I have. Your video was very helpful!

@modelrailwaynoob 4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful Sam. I've just bought a lovely 35+ year old loco in amazing condition. It runs well but squeaks, so it needs a thorough service. It's a Stanier 8F with a working firebox I am going to turn into a WD WWII loco for my next project.

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! That's great to hear - hopefully you can get it served okay! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@flash21502 6 жыл бұрын

I love watching model railroad repair vids like this. I could watch them all day! You can keep the crap on TV and movies! (Unless it's got a train in it)

@SamsTrains 6 жыл бұрын

That's really kind of you - thanks so much, really glad you enjoy them so much! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@skalemodelkorner289 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Sam! This helped a lot! I recently bought an 1980s Hornby 28xx off eBay but it needs a bit of lubrication. Thank you. Cheers, Luca

@SamsTrains 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much - that sounds good, all the best with it! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@tedbox6299 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you & hello from Indiana.

@SamsTrains 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! And greetings from the UK! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@poopyhead8358 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks to you my engine is safe once more

@SamsTrains 7 жыл бұрын

No problem - that's great to hear! :D Cheers, Sam :)

@helenfox2092 7 жыл бұрын

You know after watching this I finally got my dads old wren Cardiff castle and his old hornby dublo modes going thanks a lot

@SamsTrains 7 жыл бұрын

Wow awesome! Glad you got them going - enjoy them! :D All the best, Sam :)

@foxsvintagevhicles1693 7 жыл бұрын

Cheers

@flying9820 7 жыл бұрын

Mrfox111 rtg

@robertcrewdson8611 9 ай бұрын

This is very useful and the method of lubricating I shall use in future.

@BuffaloNY518 3 жыл бұрын

You know, it’s funny that I tried this video on one of my steam locomotives that I just bought and it runs very good in my opinion and thanks for the video! :>

@SamsTrains 3 жыл бұрын

That's good news! Appreciate it mate, Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@Pandamad 5 жыл бұрын

I have two Hornby 0-6-0 locos that look very similar inside. It was particularly helpful to see how to clean the brushes and commutator.

@SamsTrains 5 жыл бұрын

Oh yes absolutely - all of the tri-ang/early Hornby 0-4-0s had a very similar mechanism - glad this was helpful mate! Cheers, Sam :)

@mariebcfhs9491 3 жыл бұрын

lovely good to see Lord Sam of Sodor back in the old days

@myriamcastaneda2174 3 жыл бұрын

my polar express o gauge train has been working perfectly thx to this vid :D

@SamsTrains 3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear that - awesome work! :D

@VolfMark Жыл бұрын

Exposed gears are always a recipe for dirt entering the mechanism. I never understood why some manufacturers did that. Even if a loco is to be run on a layout, it would still catch all sorts of debris and dust and stick it to the exposed greasy gears, let alone if driven on carpets or alike.

@dragonheatgaming5005 2 жыл бұрын

I used this video to give a train that has been not been used in used in years and was an inconsistent runner now the locomotive runs like a dream

@hstrains8053 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Sam these videos are really helpful. these really help me

@SamsTrains 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much mate, glad they're of use! Cheers, Sam :)

@hstrains8053 7 жыл бұрын

thanks for replying! ;)

@mckav2358 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Sam Just came across ur channel Ive got a few old Hornby Triang engines that arent going. I didnt know how to service them. I do now....Thanxs::))

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

Great to hear that mate - good luck with them! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@patrickmurphy6775 5 жыл бұрын

Good video! Thanks!

@SamsTrains 5 жыл бұрын

Cheers Patrick! :D

@joestrainworldvideos3977 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I have been looking for the information. I subscribed.Joe's train world videos

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

It's a pleasure Joe - glad this helped! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@richardbindseil1515 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, great video. The Polar Express O gauge is ready for 2021 Santa work!

@SamsTrains 3 жыл бұрын

It's a pleasure Richard, grand to hear that!! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@robkleinherenbrink5690 7 жыл бұрын

Very Nice video Sam,👍

@SamsTrains 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot - glad you liked it, check out the updated one if you want some better tips though! ;) All the best, Sam :)

@kellyashfordtrains2642 5 жыл бұрын

I didn't realise I'd gone back to the time when your channel was entitled Mr. Sam's Trains, until the title appeared. Your voice sounded a bit different to the way it sounds now. I like the title Sam's Trains better; it's more distinguished for a gentleman of your superb status. You know your servicing stuff.

@SamsTrains 5 жыл бұрын

haha yeah!! Those were the old days, lol! ;D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@pedalcarguy 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for a great video, Sam! Your older stuff still bears watching!

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much - that's lovely to hear! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@crsrdash-840b5 4 жыл бұрын

I like this video. It helps with my steam engines. Also there is a lot of your later videos with comments turned off. You might want to got back into your settings and change it so that ALL of your videos will have comments ON. Thanks. I subscribed to learn more about Europe style railway trains.

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear that mate, hope this helps! The comments are off on all kids videos - it's the law now unfortunately :( Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@duanegraham9442 3 жыл бұрын

I have a Bachmann Santa Fe 307 probably at least 20 yr old, One black wire has come unsoldered. Question does it solder to the same copper plate that the red wire is still attached on front of engine behind truck on left side.

@Wilso-cy2io 8 жыл бұрын

Great video Sam, have a black princess, I bought it new, I think it could be a 1974 model not sure in triang box but plain sleeve. .Been run only a couple of times in good nick. John, Oz.

@SamsTrains 8 жыл бұрын

+Wilso 1947 Thanks very much - those Princesses are great, your very lucky to get one new! :D Cheers, Sam

@brianathersmith1139 6 жыл бұрын

How do you reword an XO4 motor?

@brianathersmith1139 6 жыл бұрын

How do you retire an XO4 motor

@AmaanSiddiqui 3 жыл бұрын

Wheel diameter for 1:87 hours scale model ?

@SamsTrains 3 жыл бұрын

I'm not certain of that, sorry! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@TWA1945 6 жыл бұрын

Your channel was called Mr Sam's trains?

@SamsTrains 6 жыл бұрын

Yeah it was! :D

@oliverthegreatwesternengin8029 6 жыл бұрын

Sam'sTrains sound's much better.

@TWA1945 6 жыл бұрын

Wow. Did not know that.

@TWA1945 6 жыл бұрын

Oliver The Great Western Engine agreed.

@vikingsmb 7 жыл бұрын

little tip sams trains, put a drop of oil on the felt pads, it works wonders as done it on my locos :D

@SamsTrains 7 жыл бұрын

Hi yeah that's right - you do need to oil the felt pads, but also directly oil the bearings for even better results! All the best, Sam :)

@tardis5179 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Sam! I Really Like Your Old Videos!

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

haha thanks Elliott - didn't know anyone still watched them!! :O Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@tardis5179 4 жыл бұрын

Your Welcome!

@gilesknight 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Sam. I purchased a DCC set before Christmas as I had one as a child. It originally went around the tree but it has since grown with a shunting yard and I've watched many of your videos in the last few weeks. My GWR 2721 developed a squeak and I used a fairly premium TF2 lube I use on my bikes but I fear I've caused the motor to short circuit. I don't really have any other way of testing whether it's the train or a software problem as I only have one engine right now. What do I do now?

@SamsTrains 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Giles, really sorry to hear about your problem. The only way to know is to remove the decoder, and then power the motor directly (you could use a 9v battery, if you can access the motor contacts). If oil gets to the commutator of a motor, it can cause it to fail - the process can be reversed with a thorough clean, but it's not always easy with modern motors. You could always try returning the model for a replacement, since it's not very old! Otherwise, be sure to use tiny amounts of oil, and use light machine oil (the Hemline stuff is good)! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@Nialletto 8 жыл бұрын

Hi Sam. I've been enjoying your videos. I'm finally going to have the space to have a proper layout again, which means getting my locos out and giving them a service (and maybe converting to DCC). Anyhow - would you still recommend the machine oil since you'll have had two and a half years experience with it since you posted. Any advice would be really appreciated. Many thanks!

@SamsTrains 8 жыл бұрын

+Nialletto Hi, thanks very much for the comment! I can absolutely recommend the machine oil - it's still there on Amazon! I've used it for many years now, and it works very well! Cheers, Sam :)

@Nialletto 8 жыл бұрын

Sam'sTrains Thanks, Sam. I'll pick some up and hopefully it'll arrive before it all grinds to a halt over the festivities :). Merry Christmas!

@brianathersmith1139 6 жыл бұрын

How do you rewire an XO4 motor

@pettra1 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this Sam. By the way, can you tell me the name of the silver weights you use to add extra weight to wagons, coaches etc, especially if they tend to derail on points for instance? It was on one of your videos but I can't remember which one. Thanks, Peter.

@SamsTrains 3 жыл бұрын

No problem Pete! They're wheel balancing weights, you can get blackened versions too! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@TheFrogfeeder 3 жыл бұрын

There’s at least one on each of your cars’ wheels, just take em from there and use them on your train, diy :)

@davidstead4048 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Sam I am looking to have a triang 3MT 2 6 2 locomotive serviced . I was running this loco when it started smelling of arcing . then it suddenly stopped running . Do you still service locos and if so what will the cost be excluding parts .

@SamsTrains 5 жыл бұрын

Hey David, unfortunately I'm not taking on any servicing jobs right now, just due to time constraints, do feel free to look up some of my servicing videos though, if you're willing to give it a go yourself?? Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@trainstorm1225 4 жыл бұрын

I always watch this video before I oil my locomotives, just to make sure I’m doing everything right. Can never be to careful with these little engines!

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

haha awesome - thanks a lot for that mate! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@trainstorm1225 4 жыл бұрын

Sam'sTrains no problem! Stay safe out there!

@homeslice1282 4 жыл бұрын

@@SamsTrains im doing a 4-6-4 new york central hudson

@DangerAngelous 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Sam, one quick question: In terms of the wheel axles within an engines chassis, what should you use as a proper grease if it was previously removed by ones younger and curious to take things apart self?

@SamsTrains 7 жыл бұрын

Hi, thanks very much for the comment! I've used sewing machine oil (hemline brand) for many years - and I find that works perfectly if used little & often - two blobs on each axle every 6 months keeps them running perfect! All the best, Sam :)

@DangerAngelous 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate, I'll try it out :D

@gabrielwinter2082 6 жыл бұрын

how do you lubricate the gwr class 3700. you even said it was special in the wheel chasis and i dont know how to clean it

@SamsTrains 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Gabriel, you'll want to carefully remove the body to lubricate that one! Alternatively, if it's not too bad, you can just remove the base plate (base screws) from the loco, and lubricate the axles and gears! Be very careful of the pick-ups, and give them a really gentle wipe down while you're at it! If you like, get an adult to give you a hand, just so you don't break anything!! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@globaldefencepride6626 4 жыл бұрын

Were did you buy this cotton holder

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure mate - they came with some coaches I bought!" Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@sethkeith5867 6 жыл бұрын

I have a s Guage locomotive, the train moves about a foot and then stops any reason it would do this? I can’t seem to figure it out ! :(

@SamsTrains 6 жыл бұрын

Hmm, sounds like it's stalling - check that the wheels and pickups are all clean and functioning! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@adrianniemiec8669 2 жыл бұрын

I have locos that have been untouched since 2008. Is there a procedure that I should go through ????? All bought new , never used !

@jamesrichardfox8627 3 жыл бұрын

Hi I have seen your most recent video and I can see your using something different to lubricate ur locos. Can I ask what that lubricant was?

@SamsTrains 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks James! I still use the same oil for bearings, but for gears I've been trialling silicone grease for a little over a year now - it seems to work very well! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@charleswilliams6801 6 жыл бұрын

hi there? i have had my train for many years but now the engine won't start.i tried new tracks and powerpacks and still nothing- wanted to see if I could have it fixed

@SamsTrains 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Charles, yes I do offer a service online - feel free to email me for any enquiries! samstrains@outlook.com, Cheers, Sam :)

@SSP149 4 жыл бұрын

Sam, i need help with 2 of my tank engines. They keep on stopping and starting, cutting out etc... The worst is the black dcc tank that comes with the mixed goods set. Any suggestions?

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that mate - it'll be the pickups - look at my video on how to service the Hornby Thomas - the mechanism is the same, and that video should help you! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@SSP149 4 жыл бұрын

@@SamsTrains Thank you so much. Ill give it a go. :)

@ythargo3 6 жыл бұрын

What do you do if you overlubricated a trolly and now it powers on but will not run?

@SamsTrains 6 жыл бұрын

The best thing to do is to repeatedly clean the engine with isopropyl alcohol on a cotton swab until all the oil is cleared, then re-lubricate lightly. You will also want to access and clean the commutator if possible! Happy New Year, Sam :)

@adrianandkatrinadove203 6 жыл бұрын

Very helpful Sam....The Brushes that are on e bay.....Are there many different kinds depending on loco ? Must admit i have never really maintained any of my triang locos...They all run and have done for all their lives..50 Years and more....However this vid is incredibly useful.Changing brushes..Old to new does not appear to be too hard....Just wondered how readily available they are for Old Triang locos and how different they are ie size etc,per loco type ?? Cheers ...Adrian

@SamsTrains 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Adrian - no if they're tri-ang brushes (that look vaguely right), then they'll fit! Yes they're readily available still ,and it is fairly easy to do! Cheers mate, Sam :)

@adrianandkatrinadove203 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Sam....

@jonswinfield9336 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Sam these maintenance videos are brilliant I’m really impressed They’ll really help me to service my locos But I have two O0 works locos what can I do about them?😊

@SamsTrains 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much Jon, that's very good to hear! Hmm, not sure about that brand mate, sorry about that :( Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@poopyhead8358 7 жыл бұрын

Got a old logging car from bachmann but uses old coupler and I tried switching them with ones from a old car that broke from my first set but the screw holes were different sizes how can I get it to work

@SamsTrains 7 жыл бұрын

Hmmm, well if you're sure you want it permanently, you could glue it I suppose?? Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@poopyhead8358 7 жыл бұрын

Sam'sTrains thanks but superglue probably not but maybe I could use a bigger screw but would that crack or break the plastic other than a bigger hole

@duncanread4442 7 жыл бұрын

thanks for the video o have 2 questions of i may. numerou uno If you can't get the oil on the wheel due to it not being conductive then dose that not mean you can't put it on the engin. and 2. what are your thorts o using contact spray to clean the engin. electrical contact cleaner that is.

@SamsTrains 7 жыл бұрын

No problem! No you can oil them, but you just need to keep the oil away from anywhere that makes electrical contact. You can oil the axles though, because the contact area is so large, that a few drops of oil don't spoil the connection. Yeah that sounds good - just be mindful of using anything corrosive, especially near bodywork, and make sure it's not too rough on delicate parts such as the commutator! All the best, Sam :)

@duncanread4442 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy

@christopherkokoski93 6 жыл бұрын

I have a Lionel Polar express train and every time it runs it has this awful scraping sound and I don’t know how to fix it. Can any one help me?

@SamsTrains 6 жыл бұрын

Hmmm - have you taken the body off, and given everything a gentle oiling? That normally fixes any nasty noises! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@crazyamericangamer7036 5 жыл бұрын

I might have a old blue ho engine thats been sittin around for 30 years, i totally need to do this to it, it hardly ran last time i had it out lol

@SamsTrains 5 жыл бұрын

Ahh fantastic! Hopefully you can get it working again soon? :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@gacj2010 4 жыл бұрын

And Love the holder

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! :D

@jimbell6367 4 жыл бұрын

Love the intro

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jim! :D

@jimbell6367 4 жыл бұрын

Sam'sTrains haha cheers Sam but my real name s alfred

@RailFam8372 3 жыл бұрын

Can you make up video on how can we make our own model railway train set

@furryfreak2290 5 жыл бұрын

Who else is watching this in 2019

@SamsTrains 5 жыл бұрын

haha probably not many! ;D

@davidwatts1871 5 жыл бұрын

Me.

@mightyalbert1470 4 жыл бұрын

@alcopower5710 4 жыл бұрын

@warwickshiressteam 4 жыл бұрын

And me - shame there is no shot of sam to see what he looked like !!!

@ShitpostCentral282 4 жыл бұрын

Sam I have a gwr pannier tank and it keeps squeaking at high speeds and when it squeaks it jolts. Do you know how to fix it?

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

Sounds like it needs a service mate - feel free to take a look at my other servicing videos and streams to get used to servicing! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@ShitpostCentral282 4 жыл бұрын

@@SamsTrains will do thanks

@StandardGoose 3 жыл бұрын

I watched this old video the other day for guidance on lubricating a 1977 Hornby Jinty that was a very slow jerky runner. Thought it might help a bit but didn't expect it to make much difference. Put it on the track and whacked up to full power and it took off, derailed on the first bend and flew off the table. Lubricating may have improved performance a bit too much.

@SamsTrains 3 жыл бұрын

haha blimey - I'm surprised a bit of oil could make so much difference actually!! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@StandardGoose 3 жыл бұрын

@@SamsTrains I think it hadn't been lubricated since it left the factory in 1977.

@leeludlowart237 4 жыл бұрын

I wonder if anyone can help me. I got night mail for Christmas a few years ago and it’s very special to me. Recently I took her out for a run and she’s screaming. So I gave her a drop of oil here and there but i noticed it doesn’t happen when the body is off. It squeaks a tiny but but it runs better to without. The body is super light so surely that can’t be a reason but when I put her back together I notice she’s struggling like mad and and making a an almost constant screaming noise. I’m out of ideas can anyone help me ?

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

I'd just recommend a full service Lee - look up my video on servicing the Hornby Thomas (it has the same chassis), this shows the whole process in detail! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@tobyharrison9515 3 жыл бұрын

Hi sam, on a few of my oo loco's i can here some squeaking, would you say this is a sign that it needs oiling?

@SamsTrains 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah probably - just a tiny amount of oil won't hurt them! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@tobyharrison9515 3 жыл бұрын

Sam'sTrains Ah I’ll get on that then, thanks sam, keep up the good work.

@thiruraj3866 3 жыл бұрын

Tutorial no 1

@SamsTrains 3 жыл бұрын

haha yeah! :D

@nameit100itsme 4 жыл бұрын

when you click your channel on the search bar it still says mrsamstrains btw nice vid

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

Ooh does it?! That's cool! :O

@williamcrory6966 5 жыл бұрын

My loco won't move just getting a little spark wen placed on the track .was running fine

@SamsTrains 5 жыл бұрын

Hmm sounds like a short circuit! Is it a tri-ang? I have lots of servicing videos for those, if you wanted to give it a way?? Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@williamcrory6966 5 жыл бұрын

@@SamsTrains yes siram it is a tri ang

@notnecessary2541 5 жыл бұрын

Do you still use this machine oil?

@SamsTrains 5 жыл бұрын

The Hemline sewing machine oil? Yes I've always used it - it's perfect to my mind! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@AbeTheBabe6233 3 жыл бұрын

My railroad flying scotsman is making a sound when it runs and I think it is a crank pin that is loose

@SamsTrains 3 жыл бұрын

Hmm, if you're sure, then stop running it for now! You need a 2.5mm nutspinner, (available on ebay) which you can use to tighten the crankpins (very gently!) Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@craigthelej 4 жыл бұрын

Hey can you lubricate with actual lubricant like the stuff in a can?

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't do - you want light machine oil!! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@craigthelej 4 жыл бұрын

@@SamsTrains frick

@phantomrose1999 6 жыл бұрын

Great Video, can you please tell me the name and model of the Engine in your video. I saw one as a child and want to acquire one, for the memories. Much appreciated..

@SamsTrains 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! This one was the tri-ang princess victoria - they're still in good supply on Ebay, second hand of course! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@phantomrose1999 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sam, much appreciated.

@sourodeepsarker7879 Жыл бұрын

You mentioned sewing machine oil...???? Am I right???

@RBXTrains 6 жыл бұрын

wow your voice is much deeper in this video!

@SamsTrains 6 жыл бұрын

haha yeah I guess so actually! ;D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@TheCreativeType 4 жыл бұрын

Can you do a video for trains like Bachmann Percy?

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

Great idea!! :D

@oreoconsumer 3 жыл бұрын

Can you use silicone based WD40?

@SamsTrains 3 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't use WD40 at all - sewing machine oil does the trick! :D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@bbitte7606 7 жыл бұрын

So your channel used to be called 'mr. Sams train' Why did you change it?

@SamsTrains 7 жыл бұрын

Hi mate! Yeah it did, but it was a bit of a mouthful, so I made it a little shorter and snappier, lol! Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@pettsonochfindusdvd4787 3 жыл бұрын

How about merklin train maintenance

@jamesconnor5306 4 жыл бұрын

How bad is it if wd40 is used just in the wheels etc not the innards

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

I just wouldn't recommend it mate - far too messy :( Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@nnrfanoldaccount 6 жыл бұрын

There was a whistling noise today where I was, and someone said '' Hey, (my name), did you let one of your trains loose?''!

@SamsTrains 6 жыл бұрын

haha a whistling noise?! That's worrying! ;D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@BoxTunnel 7 жыл бұрын

Do you like strange coloured food? I'm just wondering where all the food colouring bottle come from!

@SamsTrains 7 жыл бұрын

haha no not particularly - I just grabbed an old bottle out of the cupboard... it just happened to be that! ;D All the best, Sam :)

@flash21502 6 жыл бұрын

Bottles from E-cig vape juice also work very well as they are a small manageable size and won't make so much of a mess if you accidentally spill it.

@dustydusky8385 Жыл бұрын

Hello Sam, I hope alls well, I have a couple of questions for you, 1. Is it Possible to Over lubricate a locomotive? And 2. Who would you recomend to send a Locomotive to be repaired?

@SamsTrains Жыл бұрын

Hey Dusty - yes it's possible to over-lubricate - you need to use truly tiny amounts of light oil... if you can see the oil you've applied, then there's too much! I'm not too sure about where to send models to repair... worth having a look around online maybe?? Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@dustydusky8385 Жыл бұрын

@@SamsTrains Righteo, Thank you for your help

@silverjubileetrain3960 4 жыл бұрын

👍👍👍

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! :D

@w.rustylane5650 4 жыл бұрын

I see that yer magnet is held on by a screw going down through the center. If you want a really good running loco, replace that magnet with a neodymium rare earth magnets. This will enable the loco to travel at a much slower speed and will decrease the amount of amps the motor will draw. I've done this for all my open face motors and it has really helped a poor running loco.

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

That's true, but the neodymium generate excess wear on the armature due to their strength, which is known to damage motors more quickly in the long run! My solution is to remagnetise the old magnets using a remagnetiser device - this greatly improves performance without overstressing the bearings! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@craigthelej 4 жыл бұрын

Sam: I recommend you lubricate every six months Me: Gives a blank expression to my phone because I have not done anything in the 4 years I've been doing model railways

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

haha if you don't run your trains much, that might not be a problem! They'll last longer if you lubricate them lightly every 6-12 months! Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@samnugent3480 2 жыл бұрын

so no dab paper clip tip of petroleum grease on the worn gear just asking great vid

@SamsTrains 2 жыл бұрын

You can use grease rather than oil, it does last longer! You just must use grease that’s plastic safe - so petroleum grease is out unfortunately. And you want a very thin grease, otherwise you generate even more friction. I prefer oil as it doesn’t leave parts sticky, so they don’t attract as much dust and dirt!

@JBB27907 4 жыл бұрын

This really Is helping me, cause i have a mehano train that Is 5 months old and Is running bad, so i think and i hadn't put oil in it so maybe Is that... Sam, im going to put a video in my channel so please watch it so u can help me...pls Atte- Juan Bautista *Argentina*

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

Hope you're able to sort yours out mate - good luck! :D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@TheTrainMaster15 9 жыл бұрын

im not a fan of the old triang linkage

@SamsTrains 9 жыл бұрын

TrainMaster15 Yeah, they're not very realistic if it's realism your after :) Cheers, Sam

@adforfun3675 3 жыл бұрын

7 years later, you still use the same packaging to hold the locos which are waiting eagerly to be serviced!

@SamsTrains 3 жыл бұрын

haha absolutely - never found anything better! ;D Thanks for watching, Sam :)

@adforfun3675 3 жыл бұрын

Undoubtedly! How old were you back then?

@RobotMan2412 6 жыл бұрын

you're -> you are your -> belongs to you Everyone gets it wrong...

@SamsTrains 6 жыл бұрын

Indeed they do! ;D

@nnrfanoldaccount 6 жыл бұрын

So is Sam your surname then?

@SamsTrains 6 жыл бұрын

It certainly is! :D

@ole4313 5 жыл бұрын

2019?

@SamsTrains 5 жыл бұрын

haha - I have better servicing videos than these now ;) Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@BRLocosStudios 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Sam from 2020

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

haha hello! ;D

@slfishyworld9108 3 жыл бұрын

I'm watching this in 2020

@SamsTrains 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks for coming back! :D

@Brodyweekes5454 4 жыл бұрын

Who is watching in 2020

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

Not many people, lol! ;D Thanks for watching - Sam :)

@piggynice-06 4 жыл бұрын

Is your last name Trains?

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

Yes. Yes it is.

@chrisciarrai6347 4 жыл бұрын

6 years ago... 👀

@SamsTrains 4 жыл бұрын

I know!! :O

@spockbetter 3 жыл бұрын

why dont you want to use wd-40?

@SamsTrains 3 жыл бұрын

It's just a no-no for scale models - it contains solids which are no good for lubricating tiny parts, and some varieties damage plastic, paintwork and other materials! Thanks for watching, Sam :)